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Healthcare Support Worker - Ella Rowcroft ward

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Torquay TQ2 7AA Part TimePosted about 17 hours ago

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • We are looking for applicants with proven experience in the care sector.
  • All new starters will be given the opportunity for specialist training and also support in completion of the care certificate.
  • For further information regarding the role responsibilities and entry requirements, please see the combined job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Understands the need for strict confidentiality
  • Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of complex care needs of some families including Safeguarding Children & Adults, Domestic Abuse and Mental Health

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • GCSE's (grade C/5 or above) in maths and English, or Functional Skills level 2 in both of those subjects as a minimum entry requirement

Desirable

  • Care certificate

Specific Skills

Essential

  • Basic computer/keyboard skills
  • Fine motor skills - for venepuncture, phlebotomy and other clinical tasks
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Able to work under instruction, under pressure and as part of a team
  • Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records
  • Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances
  • Able to manage stress in themselves and others
  • Able to offer support at times of emotional distress
  • Willingness to undertake new skills and training
  • Ability to adapt behaviour to changing and challenging situations.
  • To be flexible, adaptable, reliable and punctual.
  • The post holder must demonstrate a positive commitment to uphold diversity and equality policies approved by our Trust

Desirable

  • Healthcare competencies appropriate to area of work